Forms - View Item - NWF EcoLeaders

Learn -
In order to effectively participate in a campaign, it is important to educate yourself about the issue and the work being done to address it. Take the time to read the resources of your choosing provided in the resource bank on the right to learn more about environmental justice to determine how best you can help to make an impact in this important work. *Please review a minimum of 3 resources

Applicant's First & Last Name

Paige Sullivan

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I have learned about environmental justice and considered the implications in my life and that of my community.

Please share the resources that you chose to access from the resource bank to grow your understanding of environmental justice. (A minimum of 3 resources)

1. Introduction to Environmental Justice 2. The Principles of Environmental Justice 3. Environmental Racism Articles - EcoWatch

Are there other environmental justice resources that you have found helpful that are not included in the resources bank? If so, please share them here:

Toxic Communities - Dorceta Taylor

Act -
Now that you’ve become more knowledgeable about Eco-Schools USA, choose an action that you can take to work with Eco-Schools in your community! Be sure to be realistic in the level of impact that you’re able to take at this point and think through the resources you will need to help you accomplish your goals.

Which action(s) did you take to participate in Eco-Schools?

Used the EPA Environmental Justice Screening and Mapping Tool (EJSCREEN) to explore environmental issues in your community and provide context for an action you might want to pursue . , Registered myself and/or others to vote

Communicate -
Remember the phrase, "If a tree falls in a forest and no one is around to hear it, does it make a sound? – share your story! Let others know about the important action that you’ve taken to advance environmental justice. Your actions will likely inspire others to learn more and get involved themselves.

Which method(s) did you use to communicate about the environmental justice and the action(s) you took?

Shared the action you’ve taken on social media, Communicated with school and/or community groups about your action and how others might get involved

Sustain -
Now that you've taken the time to learn about the issue, determined what action you could take to help make an impact, and communicated to others. Now it’s time to figure out what you can to do help sustain your efforts beyond your initial action.

Which action(s) did you to take to help sustain your efforts on this campaign?

Worked with a school club, community organization or group to help advance your work , Posted signage to educate others about the issue and ways to get involved

In reflecting on your experience in earning this badge, please share some of your thoughts on what you most enjoyed about this process and if there are any ways you think it could be improved. What was your biggest take away?

While earning this badge, I was also taking an environmental justice college course, which supplemented my learning. Before researching about environmental justice, I did not realize how many communities are unequally burdened by environmental hazards, such as landfills and water pollution. Also, I learned the importance of voting and ensuring laws are put into place that protect marginalized communities from environmental burdens. Finally, after using EJScreen, I learned that many communities near me face high cancer risks from air toxins and are very close to hazardous waste sites. Overall, I thought this process was organized very well. I liked learning more about environmental justice and sharing the information I learned with people in my community to promote change.